June 20, 2018
The AO Family | A Personal Experience
#AOFamily It’s not just a hashtag, but a culture – it’s the AO Experience! We truly believe every patient, parent, and sibling that steps into our office deserves to be treated like a member of our AO family! Getting to Know You Your smile is as unique as your name! Dr. Larrabee and our Team make every effort to get to know each person who comes to our office on a first name basis. But
April 11, 2018
An Interview With Dr. Larrabee
When did you first become interested in the dental field/orthodontics? Dr. Larrabee: As a kid, I was always trying to figure out what I wanted to be. In the 5th grade after watching the show “Family Ties”, I decided I wanted to be like Alex P. Keaton and get into the field of business. I wrote to the University of Michigan Business School to see what I needed to do and what it was all about.
March 8, 2018
Orthodontics and a Healthy Bite
At Advanced Orthodontics, Dr. Larrabee believes that the jaw health of a patient is just as important as the aesthetics of having straight teeth. Following his orthodontic residency, Dr. Larrabee elected into an additional two-year training course with the Roth Williams International Society of Orthodontists. As a Roth Williams Orthodontist, he has been trained in the ability to correct the bite in harmony with the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) complex as well as align the teeth
February 13, 2018
Self-Ligating Brackets
At Advanced Orthodontics, we pride ourselves on providing our patients with the very latest in orthodontic technology. From our state of the art, boutique style office, 3D X-ray, and itero smile simulator, Dr. Larrabee utilizes the most modern technology to provide the most accurate diagnosis and ideal treatment possible. This technology includes our self-ligating brackets system, Empower. What are self-ligating brackets? Self-ligating brackets are bonded to the surface of your teeth. They use a small
January 4, 2018
Retainer Options Following Orthodontic Treatment
The time has FINALLY come! You’re ready to get your braces removed and show off your perfect new smile. Now is the time to consider your retainer options. Retainers are necessary as long as you want to keep your completed smile looking perfect. Or, as Dr. Larrabee likes to say, “Retainers are for life!” What are Retainers? Retainers are a dental device that hold and maintain your teeth in a specific position following orthodontic treatment. When your braces